Happenings.
What's up Orcas?!
This is your definitive guide to everything happening on island.
From community gatherings and celebrations to art exhibits, holiday festivities to live music and the performing arts, festivals and special events to farmers market news, self-care workshops and wellness retreats to local shopping promotions and food & drink specials, this page is your go-to source for discovering all the happenings.
Download our food & drink guide for current hours of operation, print out the weekly itinerary, explore detailed event descriptions below, or scroll to the calendar and list of annual events for a look ahead.
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The Event Calendar.
Monthly Weekly Daily List
Events for April
26th
Events for April
27th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ukulele Kanikipila: Join the Musical Fun at Orcas Senior Center!
Orcas Senior Center
Events for April
28th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
11:00 am
Move with Ease: Gentle Feldenkrais Classes with Andrea Preiss – Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
1:00 pm
Mindful Tranquility with Julia Summers: Weekly Meditation Sessions at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for April
29th
Events for April
30th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
1st
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Discover your Artistic Side: Art with Carla at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
2nd
Events for May
3rd
Events for May
4th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ukulele Kanikipila: Join the Musical Fun at Orcas Senior Center!
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
5th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
11:00 am
Move with Ease: Gentle Feldenkrais Classes with Andrea Preiss – Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
1:00 pm
Mindful Tranquility with Julia Summers: Weekly Meditation Sessions at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
6th
Events for May
7th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
8th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Discover your Artistic Side: Art with Carla at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
9th
Events for May
10th
Events for May
11th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ukulele Kanikipila: Join the Musical Fun at Orcas Senior Center!
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
12th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
11:00 am
Move with Ease: Gentle Feldenkrais Classes with Andrea Preiss – Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
1:00 pm
Mindful Tranquility with Julia Summers: Weekly Meditation Sessions at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
13th
Events for May
14th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
15th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Discover your Artistic Side: Art with Carla at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
16th
Events for May
17th
Events for May
18th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ukulele Kanikipila: Join the Musical Fun at Orcas Senior Center!
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
19th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
11:00 am
Move with Ease: Gentle Feldenkrais Classes with Andrea Preiss – Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
1:00 pm
Mindful Tranquility with Julia Summers: Weekly Meditation Sessions at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
20th
Events for May
21st
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
22nd
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Discover your Artistic Side: Art with Carla at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
23rd
Events for May
24th
Events for May
25th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ukulele Kanikipila: Join the Musical Fun at Orcas Senior Center!
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
26th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
11:00 am
Move with Ease: Gentle Feldenkrais Classes with Andrea Preiss – Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
1:00 pm
Mindful Tranquility with Julia Summers: Weekly Meditation Sessions at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
27th
Events for May
28th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
29th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Discover your Artistic Side: Art with Carla at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for May
30th
Events for May
31st
Events for June
1st
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ukulele Kanikipila: Join the Musical Fun at Orcas Senior Center!
Orcas Senior Center
Events for June
2nd
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
11:00 am
Move with Ease: Gentle Feldenkrais Classes with Andrea Preiss – Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
1:00 pm
Mindful Tranquility with Julia Summers: Weekly Meditation Sessions at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for June
3rd
Events for June
4th
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Orcas Senior Center
Events for June
5th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Discover your Artistic Side: Art with Carla at Orcas Senior Center
Orcas Senior Center
Events for June
6th
Dive into the details...
May 2026
Ukulele Kanikipila: Join the Musical Fun at Orcas Senior Center!
Experience the joy of making music at Ukulele Kanikipila, Hawaiian for “play music,” Mondays from 1 to 3 pm at Orcas Senior Center. This gathering is open to everyone with an interest in playing music for two hours each week. If you’re a player looking to dive into the world of ukulele playing, join Kathy […]
16+ Tango
Mondays 7:30-9:30pm, Oddfellows At the heart of Argentine Tango is connection – Connection with your partner, with music, and our bodies with the ground. For the past 15 years, I have gathered experience from some of the greatest Tango maestros around the world, and would love to share my experiences and background with you every […]
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Join the Senior Center for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. This gentle technique incorporates the use of a chair for support, enabling participants to explore balance poses without the concern of falling. Susie Frank, an Orcas resident of over […]
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary Dance meets Sundays from 10-11:15am, Tuesdays 10-11:15am, at the Orcas Center Dance Studio and Thursdays 5:15-6:45pm at Orcas Oddfellows. Drop-in classes are $20, or save with a 5- or 10-class pass for $15 per class. Passes can be purchased through the Parks & Rec website or in person at the office(30 Pea Patch Lane, […]
Move with Ease: Gentle Feldenkrais Classes with Andrea Preiss – Orcas Senior Center
Discover the power of mindful movement with Andrea Preiss, an experienced physical therapist, Feldenkrais practitioner, and therapeutic eurythmist. Join her for a gentle, seated movement class every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Orcas Senior Center. These sessions blend Feldenkrais and eurythmy techniques to support mobility, balance, stability, and even vision—ideal for all fitness levels. Please […]
Sound Bath Tuesdays at Orcas Senior Center
Join the Orcas Senior Center every Tuesday at 11am for a relaxing sound bath with crystal bowls. Sessions are guided by Andréia Henigson, founder of attune.you, a sound healing practice offering calming, restorative experiences for physical and emotional well‑being. Please bring a yoga mat and some comfort props such as a blanket or pillow. A […]
Mindful Tranquility with Julia Summers: Weekly Meditation Sessions at Orcas Senior Center
Julia Summers leads a weekly meditation group at Orcas Senior Center on Tuesdays at 1 pm. Regardless of prior experience, Julia extends a warm invitation to all, emphasizing inclusivity by operating the sessions on a donation basis. With open hearts, she embraces everyone, cultivating a community dedicated to the profound journey of self-discovery and tranquility. […]
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary Dance meets Sundays from 10-11:15am, Tuesdays 10-11:15am, at the Orcas Center Dance Studio and Thursdays 5:15-6:45pm at Orcas Oddfellows. Drop-in classes are $20, or save with a 5- or 10-class pass for $15 per class. Passes can be purchased through the Parks & Rec website or in person at the office(30 Pea Patch Lane, […]
Monthly Meeting Orcas Island Grange
Join the Orcas Island Grange for their monthly meeting – all are welcome to attend. Meetings happen on the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. The Orcas Grange is located at 3252 Orcas Rd.
18+ Pick-up Basketball
Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30pm, Old Gym Join other adult basketball players in pick-up basketball games on the full court in the gym. New and experienced players are invited to join a team. Indoor shoes are required. Balls and a first aid kit are provided. Pay $5 for a one-time drop-in, or pay $30 for an all-access pass […]
Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group at Orcas Senior Center
Join us for a supportive, non-judgmental space to process grief and mourning with the Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group Wednesdays at 10am at Orcas Senior Center. This group is designed to help normalize your feelings, facilitate healing, and provide understanding. We offer a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. […]
Gathering of the Eagles
Orcas Island will once again welcome the Native American Canoe Journey during the Gathering of the Eagles on May 20–21. Community members are invited to gather at the Olga dock on Wednesday, May 20, between 1–2pm to welcome several arriving canoes in a special cultural ceremony. The event will also feature two community potluck dinners […]
Level 2/3, 16+ Adult Ballet
Level 2/3- Wednesdays 5:30-6:50pm, Orcas Center Dance Studio Level 1 Barre & Stretch- Saturdays 9:30-10:30am, Orcas Center Dance Studio Adults Ballet classes are a great way to learn basic ballet steps at the barre to help stretch and strengthen your body. Some ballet classes will learn short choreography in the middle of the floor and […]
The Ocean’s Menagerie – Drew Harvell
On Wednesday, May 20 from 6–7:15pm, Drew Harvell’s team will share updates from more than a decade of research into the mysterious disease devastating sea star populations, including where the work goes next now that the team has identified the pathogen affecting our local waters. She will also highlight fascinating examples from her new book, […]
16+ Volleyball
Wednesdays and Sundays, 7:30-9:30pm, Old Gym Join adult volleyball players in the gym to learn volleyball and put your skills to the test in rounds of short games. New and experienced players are invited to join and play along. Friends or family members are welcome to watch in the stands. The gym opens at 7:30pm […]
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Join the Senior Center for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. This gentle technique incorporates the use of a chair for support, enabling participants to explore balance poses without the concern of falling. Susie Frank, an Orcas resident of over […]
Experience the Joy of Drumming
Discover the joy of drumming with the Spirit of Drumming Group at Orcas Senior Center on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.! This beginner-friendly group focuses on exploring the elements of drumming. There’s no cost to participate—just bring a drum and join the fun! Everyone is welcome! For more information, text Ezekiel Barr at 360.376.3033.
Etch A Sketch Circle
Shake the cobwebs off your creativity and come to the Senior Center at 1:30pm Thursdays to share fun, commitment-free art at the Etch a Sketch Circle. Led by Anita Orne of AnitaSketch, each hour will begin with a prompt, perhaps a brief demo, then we’ll all sit, visit, and sketch. Anita will provide pointers as […]
Gathering of the Eagles – Odd Fellows
Orcas Island will once again welcome the Native American Canoe Journey during the Gathering of the Eagles on May 20–21. Community members are invited to gather at the Olga dock on Wednesday, May 20, between 1–2pm to welcome several arriving canoes in a special cultural ceremony. The event will also feature two community potluck dinners […]
Youth Mental Health First Aid training
The Coalition for Orcas Youth is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid training, link here. This is a training for adults who work with or are connected to youth in some way. It’s great for parents, teachers, and coaches. The training will be from 9am-3pm at the Funhouse, Friday the 22nd. Youth Mental Health First […]
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